Serge Gnabry signs Bayern Munich contract extension until 2028 | OneFootball

Bayern Munich have secured the future of Serge Gnabry after confirming the forward has signed a new contract running until the summer of 2028.

The 30-year-old’s previous deal had been due to expire at the end of the current season, prompting speculation over his next move.

Instead, the extension will take Gnabry beyond a decade at the Allianz Arena and reaffirm his importance to the club’s plans.

Gnabry has been a consistent contributor this season despite competition for places in Bayern’s attacking line.

He has registered seven goals and eight assists across 26 appearances in all competitions.

Those contributions have helped Bayern establish a six-point lead at the top of the Bundesliga.

The Germany international said the decision to extend his stay was a natural one.

He described contract talks as positive from the outset and stressed how settled he feels in Munich.

Gnabry admitted he could not have imagined reaching a 10-year milestone when he first arrived at the club.

He pointed to the strength of the squad and the environment around the team as key factors in his decision.

The forward said Bayern’s unity gives them the belief they can continue to achieve major success together.

Bayern sporting director Christoph Freund praised Gnabry’s influence both on and off the pitch.

He highlighted the attacker’s versatility, pace and quality in front of goal.

Club board member for sport Max Eberl described Gnabry as one of the pillars of the current squad.

He said the forward represents Bayern’s values and remains hungry for further trophies.

Gnabry has made 311 competitive appearances for Bayern since joining from Werder Bremen in 2017.

He has scored 100 goals and provided 69 assists during that period.

His honours haul includes six Bundesliga titles, two DFB-Pokal trophies and the Champions League in 2020.

Gnabry also played a key role in Bayern’s Club World Cup and UEFA Super Cup triumphs.

Born in Stuttgart, Gnabry began his professional career at Arsenal.

He made 18 senior appearances for the Gunners before returning to Germany with Werder Bremen.

After signing for Bayern, he spent his first season on loan at Hoffenheim to gain regular football.

He has since developed into one of Bayern’s most reliable attacking options.

Bayern’s decision to extend his contract removes uncertainty ahead of a busy end to the season.

They next face Hoffenheim in the Bundesliga before a DFB-Pokal quarter-final against RB Leipzig.

With Gnabry committed for the long term, Bayern can focus fully on their pursuit of domestic and European success.